Living & Working in Australia
Quality of Life: 3rd globally (HDI 2023), 29 years of consecutive growth before COVID.
Key Facts
- Currency: AUD (A$)
- Time Zones: 3 (+8 to +11 UTC)
- Languages: English (official) + 300+ community languages
- Healthcare: Medicare universal scheme
Working Essentials
- Minimum wage: A$ 23.23 / hour (2024)
- Skilled occupation lists: MLTSSL & STSOL
- TFN: Apply online within days of arrival
- Superannuation: 11 % employer contribution
Popular Cities
- Sydney – finance & tech hub
- Melbourne – culture & education capital
- Brisbane – fastest-growing tech scene
- Perth – mining & energy gateway
Universities & Colleges
- University of Melbourne (QS 14)
- Australian National University (QS 34)
- University of Sydney (QS 19)
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